books.google.com - Born in 1928, Maya Angelou emerged from a tumultuous youth to become one of the leading voices for African-Americans. Her vibrant autobiographical works describe her journey, which has included experiences as a dancer, newspaper editor, civil rights worker, actor, and teacher. Her poetry describes and...http://books.google.com/books/about/Maya_Angelou_Poet_Performer_Activist.html?id=rwY3IfK_c8sC&utm_source=gb-gplus-shareMaya Angelou: Poet, Performer, Activist